Opportunities on the Out

Opportunities on the Out is StandOut’s job board. It’s where we share opportunities from employers and training providers we know to be reliable, supportive and welcoming of applicants with convictions.

We hope that Opportunities on the Out is a useful resource, however, it is important to remember that it does not replace your own job search.

If you would like support with any aspect of your job search, want to chat through one of the opportunities below - or need support with anything else, please get in touch with one of our coaches.

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Employment

Kier: Rail Estimator Apprentice

You’ll be doing: As a Rail Estimator Apprentice, you’ll complete a Level 3 Project Control Technician apprenticeship, allowing you to earn while you learn. You’ll support the Transportation team with day-to-day estimating activities across rail and other transport projects, measuring materials and work requirements using drawings and instructions. You’ll help compare prices from suppliers, prepare clear reports to support decision-making, and assist with reviewing costs after bids are submitted. You’ll also look for ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs without compromising quality.

You’ll bring: The Rail Estimator Apprentice role is well suited to someone who has achieved GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and English, demonstrates a punctual and self-motivated approach, is willing to learn, and can work collaboratively as part of a team.

💡Perks:

• Discounted Gym membership.

• Pension contributions.

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Access to Kier Rewards - discounts at 800+ retailers.

• Wellbeing support.

• Opportunities for career development and training through Kier Learn.

📰 Contract: Full time

Pay: £20,800

📍 Location: London/Salford/Rushden
⏰ Closing date: 9th March 2026

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Redemption Roasters: Cafe Chef/Kitchen Leader

You’ll be doing: As a Café/Kitchen Leader, you’ll take charge of the Hampstead kitchen, leading brunch service on Fridays to Sundays with confidence, organisation, and pace. You’ll prepare, cook, and plate dishes to specification with care and precision, and batch-prep sandwich fillings, soups, and counter items during the week. You’ll maintain excellent cleanliness, food safety, and overall kitchen organisation, manage stock, ordering, and prep planning efficiently, and contribute to simple specials and menu development. You’ll also communicate clearly with your Coffee Shop Manager and front-of-house team, keeping service running smoothly.

You’ll bring: You’ll have experience as a café or brunch chef, or in a similar role in a specialty café, bistro, or all-day dining setting , with solid food safety knowledge including allergen management. Weekend availability (Friday to Sunday) is essential. You’ll be confident running a kitchen independently, with strong organisation, prep, and plating skills. You’ll be calm, detail-oriented, and reliable, with clear and proactive communication with the front-of-house team and your manager. Positive, collaborative, and comfortable taking ownership, you’ll be motivated to deliver high-quality food and thrive in a purpose-driven, values-led environment.

💡Perks:

• Pay £13.50-£15.00 per hour (plus tips), depending on experience

• Provide tips, staff meals and unlimited specialty coffee.

• Support your development and progression.

• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

📰 Contract: Full-Time

📍 Location: Hampstead Heath, London

📅 Closing date: Ongoing

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Timpson: Branch Colleague/ Branch Manager

You’ll Be Doing: Deliver a range of Timpson services: from key cutting and watch repairs to photo processing and dry cleaning. You’ll supported by full training from day one. You’ll greet and assist customers, advise them on the specialist services, and contribute to a friendly, inclusive store environment where kindness matters. At Branch Manager level, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the store, lead and support your team, manage rotas, and help develop colleagues to deliver great service.

You’ll Bring: A friendly, positive attitude with the personality to deliver great customer service every day - they value personality over formal qualifications, so being confident, approachable and a good communicator is key. You’ll be eager to learn and develop new skills through Timpson’s full training and enjoy working as part of a team. Whether you’re supporting colleagues and customers or taking responsibility in your branch, your enthusiasm and willingness to help will make you a great fit for their service-focused culture.

They welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with criminal convictions.

💡Perks:

• Discount card (up to 90% off for colleagues, up to 25% off for friends and family)

• Mental health support, including free flu jabs and a 24-hour helpline

• An extra day off for your birthday

• £100 bonus when you get married

• Excellent promotion prospects

• Achievable uncapped bonuses
  
  📰Contract: Permanent / Temporary/ Full Time / Part Time
  Hours: 40 hours over 5 days, including weekends, with overtime opportunities available post-training.
  Pay: Starting at £25480 per annum increasing to £25584 per annum following a successful trial period including uncapped weekly bonus 

📍 Location: Roehampton (and surrounding area)

Flexible Opportunities at the Social Pantry

If you are looking for something more flexible, the Social Pantry are hiring freelance and casual workers to help cater large events in London.

Roles currently recruiting:
• Event Manager: Manage events up to 800 guests
• Operations Manager: Coordinate logistics, staff & vendors
• Floor / Assistant Manager: Support event managers, manage teams
• Bar Manager / Supervisor: Lead bar teams & oversee service
• Bartender: Serve high-end wine & spirits
• Cocktail Bartender: Create memorable cocktail experiences
• Waiting Staff: Provide warm, efficient FOH service
• Cloakroom Attendant: Greet guests & support queries
• Chef de Partie: Work in the production kitchen for events
• Porter / Driver: Load/unload vans & support back-of-house setup

📰 Contract: Casual, Flexible, Freelance

💡 Perks: Work at prestigious venues, develop skills, be part of a dynamic team

Exclusions: people convicted of sexual offences

Contact the StandOut Team to learn more

Education and training

XO Barbers:

XO Barbers offers hands‑on barbering training through Onwards & Upwards, designed to help people - particularly those who have faced barriers to employment - build skills and confidence for a career in barbering. Their programme runs both inside HMP Brixton and in the community, where trainees learn core barbering techniques and practice real haircuts in a professional setting. Trainees are supported from initial training through to gaining real experience on clients, often at low‑cost training trims, and the initiative aims to improve employment prospects and provide a fresh start for participants.

XO Barbers Blackfriars Road has officially opened its doors on 12th Jan 2026 for their training programme in the community. Referrals for the course are now open.

Location: XO Barbers Blackfriars Road, London

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

KERB: Street food training

Kerb offers an opportunity for anyone who aspires to start their own food business to learn everything about owning a business, planning and executing there idea, through online courses and in person workshops. There is then an opportunity to pitch your completed busy plan to a group of professionals who may then fund your business start up.

Location: London (details provided on sign-up)

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Flower Skills: City and Guilds, Level 2 Retrofit Construction course

The City & Guilds Level 2 Award in Retrofit (Construction Industry) is a 5 day, classroom-based course designed to help learners gain future-proof skills in a rapidly growing area of construction. With the UK’s focus on improving energy efficiency in homes and buildings, retrofit specialists are in high demand. This course introduces the fundamentals of retrofit, key techniques for improving building energy efficiency, and provides a pathway towards roles such as retrofit assessor, coordinator, or installer. 

By completing this fast-track qualification, learners can boost their employability, access higher-earning opportunities, and become work-ready in just one week.

Next course: 16th February
16th March

Eligibility: Suitable for beginners as well as existing tradespeople, including electricians, joiners, and bricklayers, who want to expand their skills and work on sustainable construction projects. Applicants must have lived in the UK for at least three years and hold basic English skills.

Cost: Free for eligible learners aged 19+ who are unemployed and receiving benefits such as Universal Credit or Jobseeker’s Allowance.

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Breakthrough: AI Online Courses

Breakthrough’s online courses are flexible, self‑paced learning programmes designed to equip you with essential skills for today’s tech‑driven world. They cover a wide range of topics - from foundational introductions to artificial intelligence and AI ethics to specialised subjects like AI for social impact, sustainability, and digital workforce development. Many courses are offered for little to no cost, are suitable for all levels of experience, and provide practical knowledge you can apply in real‑world contexts

💸 Cost: £0 to £5

📅 Placement Dates: Ongoing

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more

Events and Community

💫London Job Show - Westfield Stratford Careers Fair:
The Free London Job Show is back - With top employers, real-time applications, and on-the-spot interviews, this event makes job hunting quick and easy.

• Direct Access to Employers: Meet some of the UK’s leading companies face-to-face.

• Opportunities for Everyone: From entry-level roles and apprenticeships to senior positions, full-time or part-time. Discover courses and skills-boosting opportunities too!

• Stand Out: Many employers will be conducting interviews at the event.

• Get Your Questions Answered: Speak directly with recruiters to learn about roles, teams, and company culture.

• Free Career Workshops & Seminars: Attend sessions designed to sharpen your job search skills.

📅 Dates: Friday, 6th September & Saturday, 7th March 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm *both days*
📍 Location: Westfield Stratford City, Montfichet Rd, Olympic Park London E20 1EJ

🔥Chinese New Year - Camden Market:

This year the Chinese New Year celebrates ‘The Year of the Horse’ and Camden Market will be transformed into a breath-taking fusion of Chinese heritage and New Year high energy.

Featuring:
-Vibrant Lion and Dragon Dancing and elegant Fashion Parade
-Live Traditional Chinese Music and Dance
-Chinese Face-Changing Performance
-Kung Fu Demonstrations and Acrobatics
-Family-Friendly Creative Workshops including Lantern Decoration, Fan Painting
-Chinese traditional game Mahjong demo and an opportunity to learn and play
-So many more exciting experiences and stalls!

📅 Dates: Saturday, 21st February
⏰ Time: 12:30pm - 6pm
📍 Location: Camden Market Hawley Wharf

⚽Street Soccer:

This is a UK charity that uses football as a way to bring people together and create positive change for individuals facing social exclusion, including people experiencing homelessness, seeking asylum, or struggling with mental health or justice system involvement.

❗Free, trauma‑informed football sessions that anyone can join!
❗Turn up with no referral or registration needed!

Beyond playing football, the organisation provides wrap‑around support such as:
-housing advice -emotional support -access to education -volunteering opportunities and connection with partner services to help players build confidence and work toward positive futures.

Get involved by attending local drop‑in football sessions, or by contacting Street Soccer to learn more about programmes in their area.

📍Sessions take place in locations across London including Lambeth, Southwark and Shoreditch.

StandOut Support

• We have grants and financial support available; covering household items, emergency accommodation, travel, ID, food and more. We also have progression grants to support you with starting a course or purchasing equipment such as PPE to start work.

• Clothing (including coats) and toiletries are also available to collect from our offices in Vauxhall.

  Please get in touch with any StandOut coach if you are interested!

Other Support

Disclosure advice

• Unlock Free advice about criminal convictions and when you have to disclose to employers. They also advise on getting insurance, travelling abroad, self-employment and more. Call 01634247350 or WhatsApp 07824 113848. Many helpful resources online too https://hub.unlock.org.uk/
  

• Nacro Another helpline supporting people with convictions with disclosure, your employee rights, money management and more. Call 03001231999 or visit https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/